Easy Hot Chocolate
This quick homemade hot chocolate recipe is your go-to for cold winter days. Made with milk warmed in the microwave, a hint of almond extract, and a few other simple ingredients. Using a smaller amount of sugar keeps it from being too sweet - and lets all the fun, sugary toppings do the talking!
Equipment
- microwave
Ingredients
- 8 oz milk 1% or what you have on hand
- 2 tbsp cocoa powder unsweetened
- 1 tsp granulated sugar
- pinch sea salt
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp almond extract
Toppings
- mini marshmallows
- mini semi-sweet chocolate chips
- sprinkles
- whipped cream
- caramel
Instructions
- Warm milk in microwave to desired temperature
- In a separate bowl, stir together cocoa powder, sugar, and salt
- Add dry ingredient mix to milk
- Add vanilla and almond extracts to milk
- Whisk together until all dry ingredients dissolve
- Pour into your favorite mug, add toppings of choice, and enjoy!
